Title: Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74512530&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park ## Photo gallery for Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park ![Interior - Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park (Keystone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74520000/74512600/74512530/517a32cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. 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Rushmore & Custer State Park (Keystone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74520000/74512600/74512530/192cb4e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the charm of McDonald Ranch Lodge’s Master Suite, designed and built by its owner. This cozy retreat features a private deck with outdoor seating and dining areas beneath a large oak tree. Enjoy views of the fields across the county road, unwind in your kitchenette equipped with essentials like coffee maker and microwave or relax in your spacious bathroom complete with jacuzzi bathtub. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park Located on the first floor, this area is the original master bedroom of the McDonald Ranch Lodge. The Lodge was designed and built by Richard McDonald, the current resident and owner. The suite has been slightly redesigned to become a lovely space for our guest’s enjoyment. An entrance to the Master Suite has been added to the cozy, private deck. The deck has built in bench seating beneath a large oak tree. There is also a table with two chairs for outdoor dining. The suite faces the front of the property, to the East, with views of the fields across the county road. A kitchenette has been added which includes a sink, dining and basic cooking utensils, toaster, drip coffeemaker, microwave, induction hot plate with cooking pans, and dorm size fridge. A large flat screen TV with a Roku stick and remote are included. We use Starlink satellite internet for our WiFi, free of charge for our guests. This suite includes custom wood flooring, a vaulted ceiling with considerable windows, and a king size bed. The in-suite bathroom includes a large jacuzzi bathtub with windows, sink with expansive counter space, toilet closet, and a spacious walk-in shower. This suite is ideal for a couple, or as additional space to the adjacent Carriage House Cabin. The Carriage House Cabin is located a few steps away, to the South. I.E. Dad, Mom, and a couple of little ones in the Carriage House with Grandma and Grandpa in the Master Suite. There is a three day minimum to reserve the Master Suite. We do not have guest laundry facilities. There are laundromats in Keystone and Hill City. Garbage cans are located on the West facing part of the main house, where the parking area is. Unfortunately, due to many considerations, we do not allow pets / animals on the property. No exceptions. If a guest arrives for their reservation with an animal they will NOT be given a rental key NOR issued a refund. Thank you for understanding. Driving and Parking Info: The Ranch is located directly off of a well maintained and paved county road. Our driveways are hard packed dirt and gravel. We have limited parking near each of the cabins and suites. We have an additional parking area at the rear of the main lodge. We have a large, well kept meadow beyond that for overflow parking of motorcycle trailers, side by sides, etc. We ask that you please do not block the main driveways or the two car garage at the front of the property. Check in is at 4:00pm MST or later. Check out is by 11:00am MST. Due to our small staff we do not offer early check in nor late check out. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - RV/bus/truck parking on site - Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces) ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 2 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9674900/9674876/9997ec23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rocket Motel Custer - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 314 reviews CA $149 CA $164 total includes taxes & fees Feb 19 - Feb 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=9674876&PinnedHotelID=9674876&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Renegade) | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12035200/12035106/37d26262.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renegade Custer - Kitchen - Parking included - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=12035106&PinnedHotelID=12035106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954800/94954769/97e6f610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lead Vacation Rental \~ 17 Mi to Sturgis Lead - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=94954769&PinnedHotelID=94954769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102230000/102221400/102221333/25e08b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lodge at Angostura Hot Springs - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=102221333&PinnedHotelID=102221333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94540000/94531500/94531492/947d8cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Black Hills Cabin \~ 10 Mi to Mt Rushmore! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Seniors-only community Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Hermosa, this apartment is in a rural area. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Hermosa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hermosa.dx6337863) [View more Apartments in Hermosa](https://www.expedia.ca/Hermosa-Apartments.d6337863-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.84769%2C-103.38429&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h6tilDagGFSGmxik5a16ZjE_wXk=) Keystone, SD ### What's nearby - ![Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337947/3c98a6dd-ae6a-4597-9c38-cf7d5b9dd865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Custer State Park 3 min drive \- 4.2 km - ![Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Park in Black hills, South Dakota. The sculptures of former U.S. presidents.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059492/3ab462f1-c95c-47a6-b2b5-41bdf2f4d79d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Rushmore National Memorial 12 min drive \- 13.1 km - ![Nice view atop the tram ride](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8178/46dff101-03ee-4cd7-8276-1a6fdb12b28e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rushmore Tramway Adventures 12 min drive \- 13.1 km - Black Hills Playhouse 8 min drive \- 8.4 km - Center Lake 8 min drive \- 9.1 km ### Getting around - Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - State Game Lodge & Resort Custer 19 min drive - The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar 13 min drive - Carver's Café 20 min drive - Powder House 15 min drive - Red Garter Saloon 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 46 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue K. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Trip My husband and I loved our little getaway! Place was very clean and comfortable. We would stay again. We had the chance to speak with the owner he was a wonderful host. ##### Sue K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pam m. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful We had a wonderful stay. We totally recommend this space for privacy and peace. Mr. McDonald was a wonderful host. ##### pam m. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige H. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little honeymoon getaway The McDonald Ranch was truly the perfect place for my husband and I to get away and spend time together after our wedding. Mr. McDonald is a lovely man and does a fantastic job welcoming guests and ensuring that their stay is comfortable. We would certainly book again! ##### Paige H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madonna D. Sep 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for exploring all the Custer State Park has to offer! Nice, quiet, relaxing. You can tell the host thought about your comfort and needs. ##### Madonna D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy R. Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Master Suite McDonald Ranch Master Suite was a wonderful place to stay. It was clean, comfortable, peaceful and beautiful. My husband and I enjoyed our stay. Richard MCDonald, the owner was fun and interesting to visit with. We would love to stay here again. ##### Kathy R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. Sep 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Buffalo roundup This location was perfect for the roundup, Mt.Rushmore, etc. The drive over the hills from McDonald’s ranch to Keystone was stunning. The location is quiet and best stars ever. I highly recommend this VRBO. ##### Kim S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave P. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mt Rushmore/Crazyhorse/custer State Park Very nice property. Other than bad gps info from google maps, the only down size for me was the mattress was too soft. Close location to all attractions. ##### Dave P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris R. Sep 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Western getaway!! Very good..a little out of the way from some things but the beautiful setting & peace & quiet was great! The room we had was clean & very relaxing..beautifully done..everything you needed for a short stay! Must say best shower ever😂..Richard the owner very nice..Thank You for a very relaxing time!! ##### Chris R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia M. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nature Getaway The property was 10 minutes from Custer SP and a scenic drive of less than 30 minutes from Mount Rushmore. Less than 2 hours from Badlands. It was great to have a place to conveniently prepare meals for our days. The jacuzzi tub was perfect after a day of hiking. The deck was great for watching the sunrise. The bed was so comfortable. We will definitely choose this place again! ##### Sonia M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna S. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Loved our suite. We were greeted by deer am and pm. Richard came to see us our first day. He is a very pleasant man. With a colorful history. We really enjoyed speaking with him. The house was close enough for us to visit 5 National Parks. And drive thru all our must haves on the list. We would stay here again! ##### Donna S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim H. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Peaceful Getaway My husband and I stayed for 4 nights in the Master Suite! It was the perfect getaway! The place is very quiet and relaxing. We did stay on the go quite a bit, as we went to see the sights of the area (Mt. Rushmore, The Badlands, Crazy Horse). We ate at quite a few of the local restaurants and never had a bad meal. As far as the property goes, Doc and Mrs. Doc were awesome! The place was spotless! Thank you to Mr. McDonald for sharing his property with us.....and others! ##### Tim H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April B. Jul 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, beautiful setting This property exceeded our expectations. The Master Suite is beautiful in a great setting. It was very quiet although we could occasionally faintly hear the owner next door. Having a king-size bed was something we were looking for. Nice shower and tub but we did not use the tub. Central location to the places we wanted to visit: Keystone, Mount Rushmore, Jewell Cave, Sylvan Lake. ##### April B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill J. May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible property and host This place was the so comfortable, clean, quiet and welcoming yet SO close to everything! Even though you were felt like you were so far removed from the hustle and bustle, you were just down the road from Custer State Park, Downtown Keystone and Iron Mountain (scenic roadway) Rd. The property has everything you could possibly want and need and the host is a wonderful man! He is full of life and such a joy to talk to! You won’t regret your stay here! ##### Jill J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Collette J. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply amazing Beautiful suite on an amazing ranch. Comfortable bed, well equipped for guests. So peaceful that you feel like you’re miles away from everything but you are actually not far from Rushmore and other places. Master suite was cozy, relaxing, well decorated for the ranch environment. Richard our host was welcoming, friendly and an absolute pleasure to sit and visit with. He made a wonderful place even better!! Highly recommended staying at this wonderful ranch. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to stay at a great location and enjoy the company of an amazing host named Richard. ##### Collette J. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. Aug 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful stay in the Master Suite When we drove up we were so impressed with the beautiful cabin and surrounding area. The Master suite of the property was immaculate, and perfect for my husband and me. The little kitchenette allowed us to make breakfast every morning and store plenty of snacks in the refrigerator. I took a walk one night about a mile down the road and was in awe of the beautiful surroundings and wildlife. The bed was very comfortable, and the shower was awesome with the rain shower heads. We are definitely planning another trip back to South Dakota, and will be looking at this property again. We actually would love to try one of the other areas of the property… Coach House looks so beautiful! Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality!! ##### Kim M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. Aug 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pictures Did Not Do It Justice !!! We are both senior Harley riders and I wanted to ensure a safe place to stay during Sturgis Bike Week. I located McDonald Ranch during my search and booked during the first portion of Sturgis Bike Week. I assumed my wife would approve and booked without her approval; risky! The on-line pictures did not do it justice. She was excited upon our arrival and absolutely love it! This is a great location and is extremely accessible to every scenic location in South Dakota. We met and talked with Mr McDonald and his family. They are super people. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend! ##### Michael B. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory P. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### paradise As we drove up the narrow road, we were a little skeptical. Then we came upon a clearing in the valley and found the McDonald ranch. It was perfect. Very clean, which is important to us. King size bed, fireplace, tv, microwave, frig, sink and a huge bathroom including a walk in shower and jacuzzi tub. It was very quiet and private. Beautiful mornings on the front deck. Mr. McDonald is living in the main house, and loves to chat with his visitors. We sat with him twice, and enjoyed his stories very much. Not sure if we will ever be able to return to South Dakota, but if we do, we know exactly where we are staying. A very special place. ##### Gregory P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sherry W., New London Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Master Suite stay We we're going to the Buffalo Roundup in Custer State Park and planned on sitting on the north side. It worked out very well. The location of the ranch was excellent. The place was very well kept up with the exception of the fireplace which was one of the reasons it was a location of choice. The fireplace was listed as part of the perks but it did not work and the owner said it had not worked in several years. We were quite disappointed and they need to change their listing. However the rest of it was lovely. ##### Sherry W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew S. Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful place I would go there again!!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/165a0b8f-8715-4204-858a-47df562dd381-1755287108201.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4a27f3d2-330a-4700-abe4-3b04ebfbecac-1755287109841.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4598c24f-2a36-4dec-ac9b-00cdd25caf58-1755287108637.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b2177ff8-5b7c-4227-aef1-f164735f8834-1755287109105.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Matthew S. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hailey M. Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very peaceful and cozy stay, within 30 minutes of everything we came to do. Highly recommend! ##### Hailey M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila L. Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful place and so close to everything. The host is charming and we just loved our stay! ##### Sheila L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis F. May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Definitely a place we would stay again, our host Richard was a pleasure to speak with in the morning having coffee on his porch, before we would head out for the day, would highly recommend ##### Dennis F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne V. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring get away! Absolutely wonderful trip. The location was perfect for both Mt Rushmore and Custer. ##### Anne V. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy B. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing vacation We loved our stay at the McDonald farm . Perfect location. Peaceful would definitely recommend anyone coming to Custer /Rushmore to stay at this charming home . ##### Sandy B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hunter L. Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Was very peaceful and we loved being out in the country then bring in town ##### Hunter L. 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